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Limit4
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Aug 05, 2013

Joe Wheeler State Park Huntsville Ala. Area

We are looking for a spot to have our grandchildren visit us for two nights. What do you think about this state park for campfire. hikes. swimming etc. Any thoughts on which campsite for 4 nights. Thanks for any help. Mid Sept. visit planned.

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  • Joe Wheeler State Park is about 50-60 miles west of Huntsville, AL. The state park in Huntsville with a nice campground is Monte Sano State Park atop Monte Sano mountain. Joe Wheeler is a great park but if proximity to Huntsville is a requirement, you might be better served with Monte Sano.
  • Joe Wheeler State Park is beautiful. Full hookup sites and some 50 amp available. Do have walking trails, don't remember where they were located. There is a park map on their website. I don't remember campfire rings. Also some park so have fire bans. I would call the park directly to ask about fires. There is a swimming beach although don't remember it being withing walking distance. Although we were lakefront, the bank was a bit steep. Don't remember our site number. I don't think you can reserve a specific site. It's a great park with nice bathrooms and lots to do. One of our favorites!

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